Fast Ash: Alec Bradley American Classic Robusto

I’ve never had a bad Alec Bradley, so when I was given this American Classic blend I had nothing but high expectations.

It’s Connecticut shade wrapper revealed a somewhat toothy appearance and a heavy tobacco pre-lit aroma. The draw was a bit loose and I was worried it might burn a little hot, however, it did not. The burn was fairly sharp and never needed a correction. As one would expect with a connecticut wrapper the ash was light gray and held on for close to an inch before it fell off. I noted hints of wood and bread flavors throughout this medium bodied cigar. The smoke was plentiful and thick. I didn’t have a bad moment as I smoked this well constructed stogie and would have no problem stocking this in my humidor in numbers. It’s a solid effort from Alec Bradley. I give it 3.5 ashes out of 5.

Fast Ash: Avo Signature Small Corona

                             

I picked this up at a tasting a while back. I had little time to enjoy a smoke so I called this guy up into service for a short visit to The Big Ash porch. It’s a mild day and I was in the mood for a mild cigar and that’s exactly what I got. It had a very tight wrapper with no visable seam. Solid feel and not too veiny. An extra smooth cigar with faint notes of nuts and leather. The ash was pale white and held together excellently with a nice amount of smoke with a pleasant aroma. I’d say I got what I expected from this fella. A very mild smoke. For it’s great construction and tight ash I give it 4 ashes out of 5.